What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientDaucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil
Emollient
Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water
MaskingHydrolyzed Extensin
Skin ConditioningHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Propanediol
Solvent
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTromethamine
BufferingCitrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Daucus Carota Sativa Seed Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa Root Water, Hydrolyzed Extensin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Propanediol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
Water
Skin ConditioningDipropylene Glycol
HumectantXylitol
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol
Humectant
PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer
SolventDimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin Conditioning
Diethoxyethyl Succinate
SolventPortulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Polyacrylamide
Betaine
Humectant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
C12-14 Pareth-12
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingColloidal Sulfur
Antimicrobial
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPulsatilla Koreana Extract
Skin ConditioningUsnea Barbata Extract
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
Masking
Platycodon Grandiflorus Root Extract
Antioxidant
Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Polygala Tenuifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSalix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Seed Extract
Masking
Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract
AntimicrobialRhus Semialata Gall Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Lavandula Angustifolia Water
Masking
Borago Officinalis Extract
Emollient
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicHyacinthus Orientalis Extract
Skin ConditioningCentaurea Cyanus Flower Extract
AstringentTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ovalicin
AntimicrobialCI 42090
Cosmetic ColorantSophora Angustifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningMelia Azadirachta Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Xylitol, Propylene Glycol, Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sorbitol, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Polyacrylamide, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Triethanolamine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Salicylic Acid, C12-14 Pareth-12, Carbomer, Colloidal Sulfur, Tocopheryl Acetate, Laureth-7, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata Extract, Disodium EDTA, Parfum, Glycerin, Propanediol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Platycodon Grandiflorus Root Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygala Tenuifolia Root Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Citrus Paradisi Seed Extract, Magnolia Officinalis Bark Extract, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Taraxacum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Lavandula Angustifolia Water, Borago Officinalis Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower/Leaf Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Hyacinthus Orientalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Ovalicin, CI 42090, Sophora Angustifolia Root Extract, Melia Azadirachta Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Limonene
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
Centella Asiatica Extract (Centella) is derived from an herb native to Southeast Asia. It is famous for its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
Centella is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, such as Madecassic Acid and Asiaticoside.
Studies show the compounds in centella help with:
The combination of all these properties makes centella effective at soothing, hydrating, and protecting the skin.
Other great components of centella include Vitamin A, vitamin C, several B vitamins, and Asiatic Acid.
Fun fact: Centella has been used as a medicine and in food for many centuries. As a medicine, it is used to treat burns, scratches, and wounds.
Learn more about Centella Asiatica ExtractDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinThis tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the Tea Tree plant. Tea tree oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
According to the book Journal of Profiles of Drug Substances, tea tree helps in reducing acne-causing bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes. This is due to the Terpinen components of tea tree oil.
Tea tree may cause sensitivity and irritation for some people. This oil naturally contains fragrance such as linalool and limonene.
However, research shows irritation usually occurs when using pure tea tree oil and not in cosmetic products.
Tea tree oil was found to help relieve the symptoms of psoriasis in one study.
Tea tree oil is toxic when ingested. Another study showed it to caused damage to the nervous system of dogs and cats when applied to their skin or given orally.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilPropanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.Â
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
